Drexel University program helps students with autism find jobs after graduation
A program at Drexel University is helping people with autism find full-time work. The goal is a seamless transition from high school to the workforce.
A program at Drexel University is helping people with autism find full-time work. The goal is a seamless transition from high school to the workforce.
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, Philadelphia Family Court employees were trained by the Autism Services, Education, Resources, and Training Collaborative to educate court officials about autism.
In celebration of Autism Acceptance Month, the School District of Philadelphia hosted its 14th annual free resource fair to provide insightful information about services and programs available to students with special needs and their families.
The Eagles are inviting fans and art enthusiasts to check out 35 original pieces from 35 artists from the Philadelphia region. Each piece will be auctioned off to benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation.
A unique initiative helps unlock the potential of people with autism by providing job training.
A unique initiative helps unlock the potential of people with autism by providing job training. Stephanie Stahl reports.
Eric Williams, the man behind the campaign, is the founder of Project Elijah Empowering Autism, or PEEA, a nonprofit named after his son, who was diagnosed with the disorder at age 3.
On World Autism Day, which is observed April 2, a family is speaking out about their struggle to get a diagnosis. A doctor explains why this can be particularly challenging for young girls.
Suwon Cho, of Radnor Township, is inspiring others to embrace their abilities. His art has been displayed in New York City and published in a book.
Suwon Cho, 24, of Radnor Township is turning his creativity into his superpower. The artist, who has autism, creates drawings and paintings of people he knows and scenes from the Bible.
A police department in Delaware County is supporting autism acceptance by selling vibrant shoulder patches.
Prospect Park police officer Raul Forsmark has been spearheading the initiative since mid-February. He says the response from the community has been overwhelming.
Eric Williams, founder of the nonprofit Project Elijah Empowering Autism, was honored with KYW Newsradio's GameChangers Award Wednesday night.
The Durand School provided a safe and comforting environment for students with Autism to enjoy the Thanksgiving celebration.
In Focusing on the Future, Wakisha Bailey speaks with Michael Romano who has worked for the Norristown zoo for 5 years.
The dancing happens all around the audience in an interactive 360-degree space. Janelle Burrell brings you the story of this one-of-a-king dance installation.
Cooking up orders inside of a hot food truck in the middle of summer is all worth it when proceeds are going to charity.
The Kamps For Kids nonprofit held a food truck festival to help provide resources for children with autism.
Jason and Travis Kelce will be at Ocean Drive and proceeds from the cover charge will benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation.
Thousands of people including Eagles players are running, walking or cycling in the Eagles Autism Challenge.
This is the 6th year of the event and it's raising money for research. $20 million has been raised since 2018.
The Autism Cares Foundation hosted its prom and first-ever adult formal.
The Autism Cares Foundation rolled out the red carpet for their 2023 prom and first-ever adult formal for individuals living with disabilities.
The Autism Cares Foundation is hosting a prom and this year will be the first-ever adult formal.
The events will cater to dozens of young people with disabilities. Wakisha Bailey reports.
Save on a new MacBook before Memorial Day rolls around this May with an early selection of deals.
A Pottstown, Pennsylvania priest charged over $40,000 to a parish credit card related to gaming apps including virtual slot machines and Pokemon Go.
Jessica Kartalija, who anchors the evening newscasts at CBS News Philadelphia, was honored by the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters.
Three people were shot during the afternoon Ramadan event in West Philly's Parkside section on April 10, according to police. Five people were taken into custody at the scene of the shooting.
Take advantage of pre-Memorial Day savings on bestselling washers and dryers from top brands.
A Pottstown, Pennsylvania priest charged over $40,000 to a parish credit card related to gaming apps including virtual slot machines and Pokemon Go.
Jessica Kartalija, who anchors the evening newscasts at CBS News Philadelphia, was honored by the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters.
The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2024 NFL draft with eight picks, with three in the first two rounds. Keep track of the Birds' draft picks here.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
Three people were shot during the afternoon Ramadan event in West Philly's Parkside section on April 10, according to police. Five people were taken into custody at the scene of the shooting.
A Pottstown, Pennsylvania priest charged over $40,000 to a parish credit card related to gaming apps including virtual slot machines and Pokemon Go.
Jessica Kartalija, who anchors the evening newscasts at CBS News Philadelphia, was honored by the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters.
Three people were shot during the afternoon Ramadan event in West Philly's Parkside section on April 10, according to police. Five people were taken into custody at the scene of the shooting.
Lincoln Financial Field will host Round 15 of the AMA Supercross Championship, the first time supercross is returning to Philadelphia in 40 years.
Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
After a chilly start, bright and clear skies will make for a crisp Friday with a high of 65 before a cloudy weekend with a chance of showers on Saturday and potential Sunday night thunderstorms.
Opposition is growing in one Atlantic City neighborhood over possibly expanding the area where recreational marijuana businesses can open.
At least two Princeton University students were arrested Thursday at a pro-Palestinian protest on campus where students began setting up tents.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
Thursday is cool and cloudy with a few peeks of sunshine later in the day. Temps drop close to freezing Friday morning, but the second half of the weekend kicks off a summerlike warmup.
After a chilly start, bright and clear skies will make for a crisp Friday with a high of 65 before a cloudy weekend with a chance of showers on Saturday and potential Sunday night thunderstorms.
Camay Mitchell De Silva was killed at Delaware State University. Her family wants to make sure she's remembered for the life she lived.
The Penn Relays will bring thousands of athletes in Philadelphia this weekend. If you're heading to Franklin Field, here's what you need to know.
Thursday is cool and cloudy with a few peeks of sunshine later in the day. Temps drop close to freezing Friday morning, but the second half of the weekend kicks off a summerlike warmup.
Camay De Silva's loved ones gathered at a Wilmington park to remember her and release balloons in her honor.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
Saturday is National Drug Take Back Day and we've got everything you need to know about why and the risks of holding onto expired medications.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
The Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation will celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Sandy Sprint Philadelphia 5k run/walk on Saturday.
A New Jersey woman has received a first-of-its-kind transplant using a modified pig kidney along with a heart pump.
For the second time in a month, Aramark union workers will go on strike, this time during Game 3 of the Philadelphia 76ers-New York Knicks playoff series at the Wells Fargo Center.
From a new Taylor Swift to an exclusive Pearl Jam "Dark Matter" vinyl, Record Store Day 2024 will be a big one for record stores in the Philadelphia area and worldwide.
Wawa is officially in central Pennsylvania.
Cove Pocono Resorts' two other properties, Cove Haven Resort and Paradise Stream Resort, will remain open despite the closure of the Pocono Palace.
Nine life-sized sculptures made by world-renowned artist Seward Johnson are on loan to Philadelphia's Frankford Avenue in Mayfair until mid-September.
The fatal crash in Boothwyn shut down Route 322 from Chelsea Parkway to Creek Parkway for several hours on Wednesday afternoon.
"Intercity bus carriers" will be relocating from the Spring Garden Street area of the city as soon as Labor Day, Philadelphia transportation officials told a Northern Liberties neighborhood group.
Three construction workers died on I-83 in York County, Pennsylvania after a truck struck their vehicle in an active work zone, Pennsylvania State Police said.
One person died in a car accident in Pennsauken, Camden County, Tuesday afternoon, Pennsauken police said.
All lanes of the Pennsylvania Turnpike near Quakertown have reopened after a dump truck overturned Monday morning, according to the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission.
Lincoln Financial Field will host Round 15 of the AMA Supercross Championship, the first time supercross is returning to Philadelphia in 40 years.
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid says he's been diagnosed with Bell's palsy, a medical condition that causes facial muscle weakness, pain and discomfort.
Joel Embiid has been experiencing Bell's palsy symptoms, he said after Philadelphia's 125-114 win over the New York Knicks.
The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2024 NFL draft with eight picks, with three in the first two rounds. Keep track of the Birds' draft picks here.
The Dolphins have a 2nd round pick on Friday and four more picks on Saturday
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 conviction on felony sex crime charges has been overturned by the State of New York Court of Appeals.
Play on Philly provides students with ambitious, high-quality music education at almost no cost.
The Iron Menace coaster at Dorney Park takes you 15 stories into the sky before a 95-degree drop tops out at speeds of 64 mph. We got a sneak peek and rode the brand new ride.
Construction is halfway complete on the Lansdowne Theater, the focus of an $18 million restoration project. Once the building reopens, it will serve as a concert hall.
Mary J. Blige, Cher, Foreigner, A Tribe Called Quest, Kool & The Gang, Ozzy Osbourne, Dave Matthews Band and Peter Frampton have been named to the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Ukee Washington reports.
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Natasha Brown reports.
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Great Valley High School senior Lucca Ruggieri is already working his dream job: campaign manager for Republican Neil Young's run at Pennsylvania's 6th Congressional District.
While students aren't using real tattoo machines, an elective class at West Philadelphia High School is teaching students the techniques to create intricate tattoo designs.
William Bodine High School's robotics team is one of a few schools in the area set to represent Philadelphia at the FIRST Robotics Competition World Championship in Texas.
Two Bucks County girls wrestling medal winners are hopeful more young women will get involved in the male-dominated sport.
Students in Philadelphia's Law Pathway program are learning more about a possible legal career with help from Penn's law school and the Troutman Pepper law firm.
Caitlin Clark was busy breaking records all season at Iowa, returning to the national championship game. Now, she'll take her talents to the WNBA after being drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever. Former Villanova star Maddy Siegrist joins Pat Gallen on this week's Gallen of Question to discuss her transition from college to the WNBA and what Clark can expect.
CBS News Philadelphia anchor Jessica Kartalija was honored Friday in Harrisburg with the Broadcaster of the Year award from the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters.
A man is in custody and two people were found dead in a home with gunshot wounds in East Marlborough Township, Pennsylvania State Police said.
There will be plenty of sunshine in the Philadelphia region Friday afternoon before a weekend warmup. Meteorologist Kate Bilo has your weather forecast for April 26, 2024.
John Dougherty and his nephew Greg Fiocca were accused in an extortion scheme.